Elizabeth Hensley (left) and Stephanie Dohner (right) help run the Aces for Autism Tennis Clinic at Kiwi Tennis Club. Photo by Colleen Middlebrooks.

MELBOURNE, Fla. (Men’s and Women’s Tennis) – The Florida Beer Company Pro Tennis Tournament generated $35,000 for the Scott Center for Autism Treatment at Florida Tech. The USTA Pro Circuit professional men’s tournament was held recently at Kiwi Tennis Club, drawing players from around the world to compete for ten days and $10,000 in prize money.

The fundraiser supports the Aces for Autism program started by Florida Tech head tennis coach Bill Macom. “Aces” offsets the cost of the classes on social skills for children on the autism spectrum, ages 5-14.